Due to the technological advancements made over the past 150 years, the battery can be found in a multitude of different applications today.
The essential function of each of these batteries, regardless of their size, shape, and chemical components, is to create power - and this in turn makes our lives a lot easier.
So, amongst all of the different types, what is it that makes the lead acid design so popular?
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Lawnmowers are extremely convenient machines when it comes to cutting the grass, but don’t forget they’re also great for racing around on a dirt track too.
If you’ve never tried lawnmower racing before then you’re missing out. It’s great fun! If you want to get involved then take a look at the following Blue Box Batteries guide, where we explore the history of lawnmower racing and take a look at how you can become part of this incredible, action-packed sport.
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Motorbikes are powerful, fast and impressive machines, but which individual components actually make up this vehicle?
To find out, take a look at the latest Blue Box Batteries Infographic and view an in-depth explanation of the main areas, as well as discovering a few bike facts along the way.
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In commercial buildings, such as hotels, offices, student halls of residence and hospitals, emergency lighting should be put in place to ensure that during an emergency, occupants can find their way out of the premises via the nearest exit.
These lighting systems will illuminate a safe exit route from the building to a sufficient level during events such as an office fire or a power outage and will be reliant on battery power.
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Like any method of transport in life, it’s a privilege to actually be able to get from A to B without fuss. From the car and the motorbike, to the moped and mobility scooter, each vehicle has made our lives easier as we can travel whenever we desire.
So in order for your mobility scooter to last that extra mile (no pun intended) it’s important to keep it well maintained and carry out checks on a regular basis.
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Batteries are an integral part of lives. Wherever you go, and whatever you're doing, there are likely to be batteries in operation within a few feet of where you’re stranding.
Of course, there are some obvious examples, such as those in mobile phones and laptops. However, there are many other batteries that operate almost undetected, and some that provide back-up power in the event of a major failure of electricity supply. There are also many battery sizes on the market that are used to power different types of equipment.
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